Open Banking Excellence

JANUARY 29, 2024

19th - 20th March 2024 Live Event Linkedin Twitter Youtube PAY360 Conference The award winning PAY360 is back! Join the largest gathering of the entire payments ecosystem under one roof. Why PAY360? It is free to attend for the entire payments ecosystem. Our goal is always to be the catalyst for alignment of the various forces in the industry. We programme the disagreeable into an agreeable format through our 2 day conference, ensuring a structured forum for debate amongst all stakeholders.

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VISTA InfoSec

JANUARY 29, 2024

Welcome back to our ongoing series on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). We’ve been journeying through the various requirements of this critical security standard, and today, we’re moving forward to explore Requirement 5 of PCI DSS v4.0. Understanding Requirement 5 of PCI DSS in Short: Requirement 5: Safeguard All Systems and Networks Against Malicious Software Subsections: 5.1 Defined and understood processes and mechanisms are in place to safeguard all systems an

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Fintech News

JANUARY 29, 2024

Indonesian lender Investree ‘s co-founder and CEO Adrian A Gunadi has tendered his resignation, effective 31 January 2024. This move comes amid allegations of misconduct and various challenges faced by the company, as reported by DealStreetAsia. Adrian Gunadi Gunadi’s resignation letter, a copy of which DealStreetAsia has accessed, confirms the irrevocability of his decision and states that he has no further claims against the company.

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Payments Dive

JANUARY 29, 2024

The cash advance provider “lured consumers in with false promises of free money advances,” and then made it difficult for them to cancel, FTC Director Samuel Levine said in a press release.

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Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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Stax

JANUARY 29, 2024

Innovative ISVs and SaaS companies know that one of the best ways to provide value to merchants—while improving your bottom line—is to provide integrated payments. For example, if you’re an invoicing software provider that lets SMBs manage their billing, then it makes sense to add payment processing tools to your platform. Doing so not only streamlines the payment process for your merchants but also opens up a new revenue stream for your company through transaction fees or value-added serv

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Payments Dive

JANUARY 29, 2024

The extended partnership between the two companies “focuses on co-development of new real-time payments capabilities,” a spokesperson for The Clearing House said.

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Payments Dive

JANUARY 29, 2024

The card network reported a slowdown in U.S. payments growth in recent months, attributing the drag partly to new competition in online debit transactions.

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PayPal

JANUARY 29, 2024

PayPal Ventures' investment helps to reinforce Mesh's position as a leading player in embedded finance and highlights PayPal's commitment to fostering innovation in the digital payments landscape.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 29, 2024

ADVANCE.AI, a provider of digital identity verification and risk management solutions in Southeast Asia, has announced the appointment of Dennis Martin as the CEO of its credit reporting business. Martin will be based in Singapore where the startup is headquartered. Martin brings a wealth of experience, spanning 25 years in leadership roles within the global credit reporting industry.

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

PayPal has used its own stablecoin to invest around $5 million in Mesh, an embedded finance startup for crypto payments.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 29, 2024

Gemini, an American crypto exchange founded by twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has announced the appointment of Saad Ahmed as the new Head of Asia Pacific (APAC). The former APAC chief Jeremy Ng left the company back in December 2021. In his new role, Saad will be expanding Gemini ‘s presence in APAC, focusing on growing the user base and introducing the company’s range of products and services to various institutions.

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Finezza

JANUARY 29, 2024

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

Visa, a world leader in digital payments, announced that its Africa Fintech Accelerator program is now accepting applications for its second cohort.

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Bank Automation

JANUARY 29, 2024

Valley Bank is looking to move all its operations to the cloud by 2026 to achieve efficiency and scalability. The $61 billion, Morristown, N.J.-based bank has between 75% and 80% of its operations on the cloud already, Chief Operations Officer Russ Barrett told Bank Automation News. Snowflake is Valley’s primary data hub provider, Barrett said.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

PayPal Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) today announced six new innovations the company is piloting and bringing to market this year to revolutionize commerce through artificial intelligence (AI) driven personalization for both merchants and consumers.

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Bank Automation

JANUARY 29, 2024

The peer-to-peer payments market is growing as consumer demand ticks up and new competitors enter the space. P2P payment market size is expected to reach $6.4 billion by 2028, according to a January report by market research group The Business Research Co. In fact, 81% of banked U.S.

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The Paypers

JANUARY 29, 2024

A BitPay report released in 2023, has shown that XRP saw a notable increase in usage for payment transactions on BitPay, with a 42% rise in transaction volume.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

With many having grown up with technology, the new age of investors has different priorities when looking to trade and invest their assets. Social media and technology like AI are quickly shaping what investors look out for. Eric Krueger , CEO Americas at GTN Group , the trading and investment fintech, identifies eight ways in which the next wave of investors will behave.

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Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

In this webinar, Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, will dive into the 7 must-have criteria for evaluating payments partners, helping you maximize both efficiency and the long-term value of your investment. From assessing technology capabilities to leveraging business development opportunities, this session will give you a clear, actionable strategy to select the right partner for scaling your business.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Delhi High Court has mandated major social media platforms, including Telegram, WhatsApp, and YouTube, to dismantle accounts linked to a mobile number accused of impersonating venture capital firms, Peak XV Partners and Sequoia Capital. This directive follows revelations of a Ponzi scheme that swindled investors, with some reporting losses up to INR 30 lakh, according to a report by The Economic Times.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 29, 2024

Global payment orchestration platform, FinMont , has announced a new partnership with leading digital payment provider Pax2pay. The new partnership will allow FinMont’s travel merchants to unlock access to Pax2pay’s cutting-edge B2B virtual card payment solution throughout Europe. The founders of German airline, Hahn Air, launched FinMont to offer the travel industry a unique solution that, unlike other options available, streamlines not only B2C payments but also B2B payments.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

Pay-on-demand, which utilises digital wallets and enables workers to access their accrued earnings through mobile devices, continues to grow in popularity across the globe. But the most positive impact could be seen in Africa, according to payroll specialist, CloudPay. In fact, Cloudpay suggests that payroll models could help millions of unbanked citizens across Africa.

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Finovate

JANUARY 29, 2024

Torpago and Marqeta will power Sunwest Bank’s Sunwest Visionary Card. The new commercial credit card and expense management solution will leverage Marqeta’s modern card issuing API, as well as Torpago’s white-labeled card program solution, Powered By. The added card program is expected to help Sunwest generate new income streams, attract deposits, and improve operating efficiency.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

A UAE economic delegation is in the UK this week looking to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships in various sectors, including fintech, innovation, new economy, and circular economy. This visit signifies the strengthening economic ties between the UAE and the UK, with a particular focus on the fintech sector as a key driver of future economic growth.

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Finovate

JANUARY 29, 2024

Explore the latest and most pertinent fintech news in our weekly digest. Stay informed as we continuously update this post with breaking news throughout the week. Check back for real-time updates on how the fintech landscape evolves this week. Lending Rapid Finance partners with LoanPro to provide Lending-as-a-Service to small businesses across the U.S.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

DFS dialogues are exclusive strategic conversations that take place in private invite-only gatherings in the run-up to the Dubai FinTech Summit and these gatherings are focused on exploring diverse perspectives on industry challenges and brainstorming ideas to develop actionable insights that will shape the overall direction for the main event. Mohammed Alblooshi, CEO of DIFC Innovation Hub, opened the event, speaking to the invitees and thinking of the summit in 2023; he said: “Last year, we di

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Divisions of Market Oversight, Clearing and Risk, Market Participants, and Data and the Office of Technology Innovation today issued a request for comment (RFC) to better inform them on the current and potential uses and risks of artificial intelligence (AI) in the derivatives markets the CFTC regulates.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

EBANX , the payments solutions provider, has published a study on digital markets and payments in rising economies as it finds both the digital markets of Latin America (LatAm) and Africa are set to surpass $1trillion in total value by 2026. In its annual Beyond Borders report, EBANX found that while digital commerce is growing by 13 per cent or 12 per cent per year in more consolidated markets around the world, like the US or Europe, online sales are expanding at a much faster pace in rising ec

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

payabl., one of Europe’s leading PayTechs, today announced that it was granted an Electronic Money Institution licence (EMI licence) by the Central Bank of Cyprus, which will be passported throughout the EEA.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 29, 2024

Higlobe , a payment solution provider for global businesses and remote professionals, has joined forces Triple-A , the digital currency payment institution, to better support remote workers in the Philippines by providing instant, free payment transfers from the United States. Driven by the demand for new payment rails that cater to the evolving global workforce and their shared goal of simplifying cross-border payments, the new partnership between Higlobe and Triple-A partnership will leverage

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Finextra

JANUARY 29, 2024

Amazon has added buy now, pay later outfit Kueski as a payments option for shoppers in Mexico.

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